Career Development
Life balance–coping with criticism and complaints (Proceedings)
May 1st 2011The effects of criticism are dependent on who is giving it – and your relationship to that person. Our world view and understanding is filtered through words. Of all the strategies which handle criticism effectively, the most important is to figure out accurately what the problem is. Be prepared to ask questions to clarify what is wanted or expected.
National Veterinary Accreditation Program (Proceedings)
May 1st 2011This informational presentation is intended to familiarize accredited veterinarians with animal health regulatory concepts and activities. Information presented here does not supersede the regulations. For the most up-to-date regulations and standards, please refer to the Code of Federal Regulations and your local VS Area Office.
Life balance: responding to the pull of work and family (Proceedings)
May 1st 2011Charles Figley, PhD, who did the seminal research in the diagnosis and treatment of Compassion Fatigue, defined it in 1995 as: "A state of exhaustion and dysfunction (biologically, psychologically, and socially) as a result of prolonged exposure to compassion stress" (giving of yourself without a way of replenishing your energies and resources).
5 ways to fight animal cruelty at your veterinary practice
April 1st 2011Every 10 seconds an animal is abused or beaten. That's according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). Here are five ways you can fight animal cruelty in your veterinary practice, according to the ASPCA.